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NYT Daily • September 2, 2025

Its symbol is Pb

Answer:

LEAD

Hint:

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Explanation:

The clue "Its symbol is Pb" refers to the chemical element lead, which has the atomic symbol Pb on the periodic table. The symbol comes from the Latin word plumbum, but in English, the element is simply called lead. There’s no wordplay here—it’s a straightforward science-based clue pointing to the metal’s abbreviation.

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